...  by Andrea W: What is your opinion on this article? Bracelets ‘useless’ in arthritis Magnetic wrist strap Magnetic devices have been used for arthritis for centuries Copper bracelets and magnetic wrist straps are useless for relieving pain in people with arthritis, say University of York researchers. In the first tightly controlled trial to look at both alternative therapies, there was no benefit to their use for pain or stiffness. All 45 patients tested a copper bracelet, two different magnetic wrist straps, and a demagnetised version. An arthritis charity said people should not waste their money on the therapies. Read ...